1983 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 44 more horse power than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (64 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charmant | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Charmant | Viano |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
